Airship over Manhattan, New York, US C016 / 2790
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Airship over Manhattan, New York, US C016 / 2790
Airship over Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA, in 1933. This is the USS Macon (ZRS-5), a helium-filled rigid airship built in the USA by the Goodyear-Zeppelin Corporation. It served as a flying aircraft carrier for F9C Sparrowhawk fighter planes. The Macon was launched on 21st April 1933 and served for less than two years before crashing during a storm off the Big Sur coast, California, on 12th February 1935
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1900s 1930s 1933 Aeronautics Aerostat Aircraft Airship Aviation Biggest City Dirigible Goodyear Zeppelin Corporation Helium Largest Lighter Than Air Military Naval New York New York City Rigid Airship Us Navy Vehicle Zeppelin Lower Manhattan
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This print captures a momentous event in the history of aviation - an airship majestically soaring over the iconic skyline of Manhattan, New York City. Taken in 1933, this image showcases the USS Macon (ZRS-5), a colossal helium-filled rigid airship constructed by the Goodyear-Zeppelin Corporation. The USS Macon was not just any ordinary airship; it served as a remarkable flying aircraft carrier for F9C Sparrowhawk fighter planes. This engineering marvel took flight on April 21st, 1933, becoming one of the largest military vehicles ever to grace American skies. As you gaze at this photograph, you can almost feel the sense of awe that must have engulfed spectators witnessing such an extraordinary sight. The USS Macon's presence symbolized both technological advancement and military might during its brief but impactful service. Sadly, fate dealt a tragic blow to this magnificent vessel when it crashed off California's Big Sur coast on February 12th, 1935 during a fierce storm. Nevertheless, its legacy lives on through images like these that remind us of its significance in shaping aviation history. Transport yourself back to this pivotal era in North American history with this monochrome masterpiece. It serves as a timeless reminder of human ingenuity and exploration while paying homage to an unforgettable chapter in aerial navigation - forever etched into our collective memory.
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